North Korea's Kim Jong-un furious after failed naval destroyer launch
The country's leader said the damage caused to the 5,000-tonne ship during its unveiling was the result of 'absolute carelessness' and 'irresponsibility'.
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The country's leader said the damage caused to the 5,000-tonne ship during its unveiling was the result of 'absolute carelessness' and 'irresponsibility'.
READ MORE : http://www.euronews.com/2025/05/22/north-koreas-kim-jong-un-furious-after-failed-naval-destroyer-launch
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00:00North Korean dictator Kim Jong-un has strongly criticised officials for the damage caused to a new naval destroyer during a failed launch ceremony this week.
00:11The country's leader said the damage was the result of absolute carelessness and irresponsibility.
00:17State-run media reported that Kim also blamed scientists and shipyard operators of the serious incident.
00:24During its launch, the new 5,000-ton ship reportedly lost its balance and the tipping caused parts of the vessel's hull to become damaged.
00:34The accident may have occurred because North Korean workers were unfamiliar with such a large warship, according to South Korean Navy expert Moon Kyeon-sik.
00:44Pyongyang rarely acknowledges military-related setbacks,
00:48but commentators say the disclosure about the failed launch indicates that Kim is serious about his naval advancement program.
00:58This is a wrap.